Charles & Alice is a leading producer and co-packer of applesauce and other natural fruit-based products. We are seeking a skilled and ambitious full-time Quality Assurance Technician on our 2nd/evening shift for our food manufacturing plant in Lancaster, PA. Hours are 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Quality Assurance Technicians work as a team to oversee the Quality Assurance program across all shifts of the plant. The job duties include:
· Monitoring manufacturing processes;
· Performing Root Cause Problem Solving Investigations;
· Adhering to FDA and SQF standards;
· Testing fruit sauce products for pH, brix, viscosity, etc,;
· Performing incoming material checks;
· Evaluating package integrity;
· Performing product sensory evaluation;
· Documenting data within a computerized system;
· Performing document review and filing;
· Conducting calibration and maintenance of lab and monitoring equipment;
· Training employees on how to perform quality check;
· Product equipment cleaning verification;
· Organizing and communicating quality information to management, and
· Performing other duties as assigned.
We are seeking candidates with
· Prior quality assurance experience and technical knowledge of laboratory procedures, preferably in a food manufacturing industry;
· Knowledge of good manufacturing and lab practices (GMP's and GLP's) and be able to perform effectively within a quality management system (e.g., safe quality food or SQF);
· A comfort level working with computerized controls and interfacing with control systems via automated data transmission devices;
· Root Cause Problem Solving experience preferred
· Strong communication skills;
· High attention to detail; and
· Good math skills.
Candidates must be available to work any shift and be flexible with the schedule to meet the customer’s needs and be able to work in hot and cold environments.
Quality Assurance Technicians are paid a base pay rate plus an additional shift premium of $2.00 per hour when working on evening shift. Charles & Alice also offers an attractive benefits program, including:
· Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
· Paid time off (PTO) and holidays;
· 401(k) plan with company match;
· Life and short-term disability insurance;
· Opportunities for advancement; and
· A great working environment and company culture.
To apply for this excellent career opportunity, reply to this ad or send your resume to [email protected] or complete an application at Charles & Alice, Attn: Human Resources, 2870 Yellow Goose Road, Lancaster, PA 17601. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- QA Tech in a food manufacturing environment: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- Lancaster, PA 17601 (Required)
Work Location: In person
